Career programs frequently asked questions:

Q: What is the difference between the 30 and 90 hour programs?A: There are several key differences (besides the 60 hours of course!) 1. In the 90 hour course you will receive 4 grade 12 course credits and a spare block 2. 90 hour students will do an extra assignment in the spring 3. 90 hour students are given priority when finding work experience placements 4. Doing more work experience helps to build your resume Q: How can I get work experience?A: There are two ways and both start with completing the Work Experience Request Form. (You can find this on the FORMS page to the left) 1. If you have your own employer, fill in the employer’s info in detail and include your schedule. 2. If you want to request one of the school’s employers fill in the top section of the form with your top three choices of both the employers and dates. Please note most employers offer regular work hours (ie. 9-5).Q: When can I complete my 90 hours?A: You can start getting credit for work experience as soon as you finish grade 10.Q: Can I use paid work for work experience credit?A: Only if you are a grade 12 student in the 30 hour program. Q: I’m in grade 10, when can I start work experience?A: In the summer after grade 10. Q: Who do I see about Grad Transitions, Healthy Living Plans, and DPA?A: Mr Archibald and Ms. Shahidi in Business Ed. Room 315, 3rd Floor.Q: What are service hours?A: They are volunteer hours completed in school and cannot be used for work experience. See Student Services on the 3rd floor for a recording sheet.Q: Can I do both the 30 and the 90 hour programs?A: No, you can only do one. The 90 hour program will satisfy the work experience graduation requirement.

Q: Do I have to do my 90 hour assignment?A: It it up to you...it is worth 80% of the course mark. If you don't do it the best you can get is 80%.

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